2025 MURAL PROJECT ARTISTS
A.L. Grime &
Sofi Rami
she/her & she/her
A vibrant fusion of individual artistry and shared history, A.L. Grime and Sofi Rami unite for their inaugural collaborative mural as part of the Fort Collins Mural Project 2025. While both artists are 2nd-year veterans of the festival, this year marks a significant moment in their nearly decade-long friendship and artistic journeys.
Having witnessed each other's creative evolution from their earliest endeavors, A.L Grime and Sofi Rami's bond is a testament to mutual growth and unwavering support. This mural transcends mere artistic expression; it is a visual narrative celebrating their enduring connection and shared commitment to art.
For these two artists, their friendship has served as a vital anchor, a safe haven through life's varied experiences. This collaborative project embodies the profound beauty that can emerge from such authentic and supportive relationships. Their mural will serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of genuine connection and the creation of safe spaces within our communities.
Through the lens of figurative abstraction, A.L. Grime and Sofi Rami aim to visually articulate their unique dynamic and complementary artistic perspectives, offering a compelling reflection on the strength and synergy found in true friendship.
Nieves Y Botanas Del Bajio | 1205 N College Ave
@a.l._grime | @artworkofsofirami
Alex Bugg
she/her
Alex Bugg is a multidisciplinary artist and educator living and working in Denver, Colorado. Her illustrative style showcases a vibrant and playful oeuvre which depicts themes of femininity and queerness. Unabashedly “camp” and indulgent of all things colorful, her work bridges mediums of acrylic canvas painting, murals, and animation.
Bean Cycle | 326 Walnut St
@alexbugg
Bakemono 0504
he/him
Bakemono 0504 is an emerging POC artist out of Aurora, Colorado who specializes in Calligraphy in its traditional and abstract form. He’s been an artist all my life but a Calligraphy artist for the past 7 years.
ACE Downtown | 215 S College Ave
@bakemono0504
Chris Haven
he/him
Chris Haven, born in Denver, Co. began doing traditional art at an early age. Influenced by graffiti, he later created a unique style of his own. His art ranges from spray painted murals, canvas, digital drawings, Augmented reality, designing and installations. He has worked with a variety of company's including Redbull, Adidas, Mountain Dew, T-Mobile, Amazon, Modelo, 303Boards and other large and small businesses. His art work has been shown at various galleries and events such as Art Basel Miami, ILA gallery, Concrete Canvas and Artopia Denver. He currently is working to further his fine art career and create with more people! In addition to painting he also enjoys making hip hop music and skateboarding.
Brave New Wheel | 111 W Olive St
@chrishaven
Conner Jhoon Choi
he/him
Conner Jhoon Choi is a Denver based muralist and fine artist. Drawing from diverse sources including his Korean heritage and traditional Western style painting education, he displays a compositional sense that merges East-Asian aesthetics with realism. His subject matter primarily features landscapes, botanicals, and culturally focused figurative paintings with conceptual elements. Painting is a means for Conner to navigate and communicate with the world around him and share that experience with others. He is passionate about social and environmental causes and enjoys working with organizations that reflect those same ethics. In his mural work, Conner enjoys community based projects that involve community members in the installation of large works.
On the Edge Tuning | 903 N College Ave
@connerchoi
Eileen Hinckle
she/they
Eileen Hinckle is a muralist based in Boulder, CO. Her painting style is influenced by the seven years she spent living in South America, where she learned from and participated in diverse street art and muralism projects throughout Peru, Chile, Bolivia and Argentina.
In addition to a psychology degree, Hinckle pursued her art education in Chicago and later Barcelona with a degree in Creative Illustration and Visual Communication Techniques. She will be pursuing a Masters of Fine Arts at CU Boulder in Drawing and Painting starting this fall. Over the past twelve years, she has painted more than 90 murals across three continents, including buildings of up to five stories, international mural festivals, and working as a facilitator of participatory murals with children.
Museum of Art (MoA) | 201 S College Ave
@eileen.k.h
ESIC he/him
Zach Howard (ESIC) is an accomplished artist renowned for his vibrant paintings, intricate illustrations, and large-scale public murals. Born and raised in Colorado, Zach began his artistic journey at the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design and the Art Institute of Colorado. After gaining foundational knowledge in these programs, he decided to immerse himself directly in the art world to gain more hands-on experience.
With 20 plus years as a professional artist, Zach has continued to evolve. Contributing extensively to the local art scene. He has painted over 50 murals across Denver, Wyoming, and Texas, solidifying his reputation as one of the region’s most prolific muralists. In addition to mural work, Zach also creates original canvas paintings and digital illustrations. Currently, he serves as a Concept Artist for Razor Edge Games.
Despite his professional success, Zach remains dedicated to his family, spending quality time with his wife and two young daughters. He remains deeply engaged in the art community, balancing his career with his passion for creating and contributing to the cultural vibrancy of his surroundings.
The Lyric | 1209 N College Ave
@ESIC
Finn
he/him
Originally from Kansas City, Finn received his Bachelors in Studio Art from Kansas State University. As an undergrad he stayed active in the community by participating in the Beat Generation Art Show and featuring as the cover artist for Touchstone Magazine.
Since relocating to Colorado, Finn has participated in various art shows, mural festivals, and exhibitions. Advertisements, typography, and onomatopoeias play an important role in Finn’s work.
Finn credits artist Roy Lichtenstein, Jean Michel Basquiat, and the Pop Art movement as his biggest influences as well as cartoonist Dan DeCarlo. To Finn artist like Lichtenstein blurred the lines between what was considered fine art.
Nieves Y Botanas Del Bajio | 1205 N College Ave
@finns.studio
Guerdrum Art
he/him
Jon has been an artist in Northern Colorado for 12 years, and is probably best known for his drinking buddies series of cute animals and beer. Jon enjoys all types of art, specializing in watercolors, pen and ink, and digital. You might have seen his work at Akinz, Colorado Room, Equinox Brewing, Stodgy Brewing, and Animal Friend Alliance. “This will be my first large format mural and I’m excited for the challenge!”
Equinox Brewing | 133 Remington St
@guerdrumart
ILL.DES
he/him
ILL.DES is a Romanian-American abstract artist based in Denver, CO, whose work blends geometric forms and technology to explore the balance between chaos and order. With a background in computer engineering, he incorporates optical illusions, vibrant color gradients, and intricate patterns to create dynamic, immersive compositions. His work reflects the tension between nature and technology, using symmetry and unpredictability to evoke a sense of equilibrium. Exhibited both nationally and internationally, ILL.DES continues to push the boundaries of geometric abstraction through painting, murals, and functional art.r website:
The Gearage | 142 Remington St (alley side)
@illdes
Kaylee Collinson
she/her
Kaylee Collinson is a fine art painter and muralist based in Colorado. Her vibrant and ethereal paintings feature a wide variety of flora and fauna interplaying with the female form. Her work aims to evoke a sense of wonder and whimsy and inspires the viewer to foster a deeper connection to our Earth and all its creatures.
The Gearage | 142 Remington St
@kayleecollinson
Paula Camacho she/her
Paula Camacho's work is a visual exploration of change, aiming to interpret the boundlessness of the mind that shapes and is shaped by the physical realm. Paula is a Colombian-born, Miami-raised multidisciplinary artist based in Denver, Colorado. Her work has been showcased in 38 gallery shows since 2019, including a solo exhibition in Miami during Art Basel week in 2022. She has participated in three artist residencies and has been featured in 15 publications, one of which led to her role as art curator for Split Lip Magazine. In 2024, she traveled extensively throughout the Southwest, giving talks at some of her art show openings and engaging audiences through live painting and jagua tattoo offerings at festivals and other events. She is currently a resident body painter at The Beacon in Denver, and is simultaneously working to expand her mural and tattooing portfolio.
Los Tarascos | 622 S College Ave
@paulacamacho.art
Zaida Sever
she/her
Zaida Sever is an artist, curator, and community coordinator based out of Denver. She recently completed her first residency with the 40 West Arts District; works as a gallery assistant in the RiNo Area, and is preparing to launch a small business around reptile husbandry titled Denver Art Noodle this summer.
Since 2018, Sever has crafted and revised her vibrant nook in Colorado's Art Scene. From every scale, sketch, and schedule. With a combination of formal education and on-site learning, she has stitched a tapestry of diverse experience and is still defining the stretch of her practice. Marrying pragmatic, ambitious value with the freedom and creativity found in the Arts.
Brave New Wheel | 111 W Olive St
@zaidasart | @denverartnoodle